Homer - Art & Architecture 1

The Kent coastal towns of Whitstable and Herne Bay are 5 miles apart, but are very different in character. However, they are united in having a wealth of diverse and colourful pubs. Whitstable, over……続きを見る

The Black Country can be something of an enigma. Where exactly is it and how did it acquire such a name? The answers to these questions and many more besides can be found within the pages of this bo……続きを見る

At the start of the eighteenth century London had almost 200 breweries producing close on 2 million barrels of beer every year, making the mighty metropolis the brewing capital of the world. By 1976……続きを見る

There are few more quintessentially English experiences than supping a pint of ale in a centuries-old public house, where the walls could tell you stories. The East End of London is awash with such ……続きを見る

This illustrated history portrays one of England’s most fascinating regions - the Black Country in the West Midlands. It provides a nostalgic look at the area’s past and highlights the special chara……続きを見る

The towns and villages west of Birmingham, around Dudley, Wolverhampton, Sandwell and Wallsall, became known as the Black Country during the Industrial Revolution due to the intense industrialisatio……続きを見る

Soho and Fitzrovia are two of London’s most vibrant and bohemian neighbourhoods. Divided geographically only by Oxford Street, they can both boast a fascinating and occasionally dark history. In thi……続きを見る

What stories shaped civilization's understanding of heroism, fate, and the soul? The Epic Poems Anthology brings together the greatest epic poems ever writtenーmonumental works that defined cultures……続きを見る

Opulent, feminine, iconic. The House of Dior revolutionized the way women dressed, shopped and saw themselves. From the trailblazing New Look silhouette in 1947 through to their exquisite red-carpet……続きを見る

While Homer's existence as a historical person is still a topic of debate, the writings attributed to the name have made their mark not only on Greek history and literature, but upon western civiliz……続きを見る

Marilyn Monroe wore some of the most iconic dresses in cinema history, and many of them were designed by one man - William Travilla. Marilyn's Style focuses on the striking dresses that Travilla cre……続きを見る

Há várias gerações, desde 1837, a Hermès cria acessórios inovadores e requintados para seus clientes partindo da premissa inabalável de oferecer sempre produtos com a mais alta qualidade artesanal. ……続きを見る

Little Book of Louis Vuitton is the pocket-sized and fully illustrated story of one of the world's most luxurious fashion houses. Louis Vuitton's monogrammed bags have been seen on the arms of celeb……続きを見る

Praise for The Hidden Jewel of Stockbridge by Homer E. Moyer Jr. “This engaging history of a scrumptiously elegant summer getawayーa favorite of famed violinist Fritz Kreisler, eminent pianist Van C……続きを見る

This Work contains an active table of contents (HTML), which makes reading easier to make it more enjoyable. Translated into English Blank Verse by William Cowper. The Iliad is, together with the Od……続きを見る

Anthology of Epic Poems, is a collection of epic poems collected for you with a Active table of contents, to make reading more enjoyable. This collection includes: -The Iliad and The Odyssey by Home……続きを見る

This book contains several tables of HTML content to make reading easier. The novels are sorted alphabetically by the authors. Content: The Log of a Cowboy by Andy Adams The Bridge of the Gods by Fr……続きを見る

The Classic Western Collection assembles over 30 of the greatest western novels ever written. Featuring: THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS, by James Fenimore Cooper THE PRAIRIE, by James Fenimore Cooper ASTO……続きを見る

On the second day of July in the year 1863 the Civil War in America was at its height. Late in the preceding month Lee had turned his face northward, and, with an army of a hundred thou-sand Confede……続きを見る

O livro Eu Sei Quem é "O Anticristo", de Shomer Locham, é uma obra profundamente reflexiva que aborda questões teológicas e espirituais através de uma análise das Escrituras, com ênfase no Tanakh, B……続きを見る

An inspiration to countless designers and the stomping ground of fashion's in-crowd, London is the capital of subculture. From Mary Quant to Alexander McQueen, from punks to goths, and from Twiggy t……続きを見る

"Give me time and I'll give you a revolution" – Alexander McQueen Ever since its creation in 1992, the House of Alexander McQueen has been synonymous with drama, risk-taking and cutting-edge innovat……続きを見る

The iconic bags, the instantly recognizable packaging, the celebrity fans – Hèrmes is the last word in luxurious accessories. Through the generations, Hermès have created innovative and exquisite ac……続きを見る

"Good fashion is evolution, not revolution" – Pierre Balmain One of the original big Parisian couture houses, alongside the likes of Dior and Chanel, Pierre Balmain reigned supreme over the 1950s fa……続きを見る

To have a colour named after you is one of the highest accolades in fashion. Valentino Garavani is one such icon. Since the founding of the House of Valentino in 1950s Rome, Garavani has been celebr……続きを見る

"It's a fabulous thing to give life to fabric, to make something move well, the harmony of colour" - Hubert de Givenchy Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany's, croissant in hand, Givenchy……続きを見る

The county of Kent holds a unique place in the history of brewing in Great Britain. When hops were first cultivated in this country around 600 years ago, introduced by Dutch and Flemish merchants, i……続きを見る

Clerkenwell and Islington are two of London’s most historic districts; areas where radicalism once thrived and heavy industry flourished, and where poverty and lawlessness were commonplace. This div……続きを見る

Canterbury is a colourful and cosmopolitan city that manages to combine a rich and often dramatic history with a vibrant contemporary feel. You’ll find no better illustration of this coming together……続きを見る

This illustrated history portrays one of England’s finest major cities. It provides a nostalgic look at Birmingham’s past and highlights the special character of some of its most important historic ……続きを見る